Garlic Butter Chicken with Zucchini and Corn – One-Pan, 30-Minute Meal
Garlic Butter Chicken with Zucchini and Corn is a quick and flavorful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This one-pan meal combines tender chicken breasts, fresh zucchini, and sweet corn, all sautéed in a rich garlic butter sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe simplifies dinner preparation without sacrificing taste. Ideal for families or casual gatherings, it’s not only delicious but also packed with nutritious ingredients. Impress your loved ones with this delightful combination of flavors that everyone will enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts (skinless, boneless, sliced)
- 4 tablespoons butter (divided)
- 5 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 zucchini (medium, sliced)
- 1.5 cups corn kernels (cooked)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh lime juice and cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts into thin strips and chop zucchini into rounds.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add chicken.
- Season with smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper; cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt 1 tablespoon butter; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Add zucchini and corn; sauté until zucchini is tender yet crisp.
- Return chicken to the skillet; stir in lime juice and remaining butter until combined.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 285g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg